Fork Mounted Drum Handling Equipment

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Fork mounted drum handling equipment are mounted on forks to allow forklifts to lift and carry steel and poly drums. These equipment include drum lifters, stackers, carriers, drum grabs,...Read more

MORSE DRUM -

Morspeed 1500 Series Forklift Drum Handler Attachments

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A288-1Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,665.36
B288-1-2HManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€2,502.09
C288-2Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport2€2,717.38
D288-2-2HManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport2€4,366.48
E287Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Fiber , Rimmed Plastic , Rimmed Steel , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,198.25
E287-2HManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Fiber , Rimmed Plastic , Rimmed Steel , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€2,071.54
VESTIL -

DGD Series Drum Grippers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
ADGD-55-DManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
BDGD-AManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift2€772.77
CDGD-55-D-GManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€764.38
RFQ
WESCO -

Value Fork Truck Drum Lifter and Tilter

Wesco fork drum lifters and tilters are designed for easy manoeuvring of oil drums and pouring / dispensing operations. They can be secured tightly on forklifts with the help of lock screws. These drum lifters & tilters feature welded steel construction capable of handling drums weighing up to 1400 lb. They are equipped with a rotating wheel and sturdy steel chain for controlled pouring / dispensing. Choose from a wide range of these lifters & tilters, available in lengths of 26.75 and 30.375 inches on Raptor Supplies.

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A272403ManualSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1400 lbs.Lift , Tilt1€865.65
A272402Manual, Pull ChainSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.700 lbs.Lift , Tilt1€623.71
DAYTON -

Fork Mounted Drum Grabs For Steel Drums

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A21VG49ManualSteelClosed55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Transport1€995.72
B21VG50ManualSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€773.93
C21VG39Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelOpen55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Transport1€533.05
D21VG40Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€799.42
E21VG41Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€774.07
F21VG42Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€536.97
F21VG43Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,821.80
G21VG45Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€642.24
H21VG46Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€760.68
I21VG54Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€642.30
J29PH19Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€516.80
K29PH20Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1600 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,738.54
L29PH21Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€2,555.56
M29PH22Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal.3200 Lbs.Lift , Transport2€2,810.98
DAYTON -

Fork Mounted Drum Handlers For Plastic/Poly Drums

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A21VG55ManualPlasticClosed55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Transport1€830.93
B21VG44Manual, Mechanically AutomatedPolyClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€372.87
C21VG47Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed55 gal. , 85 gal.1100 lbs.Lift , Transport1€2,484.31
D21VG56Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€903.66
E21VG57Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€1,175.66
WESCO -

Forklift Mounted Drum Grabs

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A240048Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€755.94
B270051Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€847.87
C240049Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport2€1,321.03
D240047Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€762.32
D270084Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,082.42
E272401Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 to 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€654.04
F272408Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€534.97
G272409Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€755.20
WESCO -

Economy And Heavy Duty Gator Grips

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A240091Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 to 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,093.21
B240092Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Rimmed Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 to 55 gal.1000 lbs.Lift , Transport2€1,926.56
C240096Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , Poly , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 80 gal.1600 lbs.Lift , Transport1€2,310.09
D240097Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , Poly , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 80 gal.1600 lbs.Lift , Transport2€3,788.87
MORSE DRUM -

Forklift-Karriers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A285AMManual, Pull ChainFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1-
RFQ
B285A-HDSSManual, Pull ChainSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€6,534.15
VALLEY CRAFT -

Steel And Plastic Mechanical Drum Forklift Attachments

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AF86145B0Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Clamp1€852.74
RFQ
BF86165A5Manual, Mechanically AutomatedPlasticClosed30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Clamp1€852.74
RFQ
CF87398A2Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.800 lbs.Clamp1€471.63
RFQ
DF89743Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Clamp1€662.18
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

High Volume Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of Drums
AL4F-CBManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4
RFQ
BL8F-CBManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.16000 Lbs.Lift8
RFQ
CL4FManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4
RFQ
DL4F-QCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4
RFQ
EL4CManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4
RFQ
FS4FManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4
RFQ
VESTIL -

FDG Series Fork Mounted Drum Grippers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AFDG-30Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelOpen30 gal.800 lbs.Load1€312.87
BFDG-55Manual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelOpen55 gal.800 lbs.Clamp , Transport1€327.48
VESTIL -

FPDL Series Fork Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AFPDL-11-HManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1100 lbs.Lift1€1,011.08
BFPDL-8-LManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.800 lbs.Lift1€996.40
MORSE DRUM -

Forklift Drum Carrier

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A285A-BPBattery, Wired ControlFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€4,297.43
B285XBPBattery, Wired ControlFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.2500 Lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€5,650.93
C285A-GRManual, Pull ChainRibbed SteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€3,775.24
D285GManual, Pull ChainRibbed SteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€1,336.35
E285XMGRManual, Pull ChainRibbed SteelClosed55 gal.2500 Lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1-
RFQ
F285S-OCManual, Pull ChainFiber , Plastic , SteelOpenUpto 55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1-
RFQ
G285AManual, Pull ChainFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.800 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€1,652.67
H285A-HDManual, Pull ChainFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€1,210.43
I285AM-HDManual, Pull ChainFiber , Plastic , SteelClosedUpto 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1-
RFQ
D285G-HDManual, Pull ChainRibbed SteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€1,478.51
E285XGRManual, Pull ChainRibbed SteelClosed55 gal.2500 Lbs.Lift , Pour , Transport1€2,966.95
LIFTOMATIC -

Standard Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A1-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift1€2,720.94
RFQ
B2-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.3000 lbs.Lift2€4,519.53
RFQ
C4-FTA-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.6000 lbs.Lift4-
RFQ
D1-CM-FTA-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
E1-DCMJ-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
F2-DCMJ-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
G1-CM-DCMJ-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
H2-CM-DCMJ-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
I1-FTA-PNC-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1500 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
J2-CM-FTA-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.3000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

Heavy Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
A2-CM-DCM-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
B1-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM-QCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
C2-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOM-QCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.4000 lbs.Lift2-
RFQ
D1-CM-DCM-BCManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift1-
RFQ
E1-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.2000 lbs.Lift1€3,320.47
RFQ
F2-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.4000 lbs.Lift2€5,441.88
RFQ
G3-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.6000 lbs.Lift3-
RFQ
H4-DCM-BC-ADJ-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.8000 lbs.Lift4-
RFQ
LIFTOMATIC -

Light Duty Forklift Mounted Drum Handlers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of Drums
AJR-CMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.750 lbs.Lift1
RFQ
BLD-1Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 50 gal.750 lbs.Lift1
RFQ
CLD-2Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 50 gal.1500 lbs.Lift2
RFQ
D1-LEO-100-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.100 lbs.Lift1
RFQ
E2-LEO-100-SOMManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open15 gal. , 30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.100 lbs.Lift1
RFQ
VESTIL -

DGS Series Drum Grippers

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
ADGS-55-DManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift1€576.82
BDGS-AManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.800 lbs.Lift1€596.36
CDGS-A-PSDManual, Mechanically AutomatedPlastic , SteelClosed30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift1€709.67
DDGS-55-D-GManual, Mechanically AutomatedSteelClosed , Open55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1-
RFQ
VESTIL -

DCR Series Economical Drum Transporters

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
ADCR-880-H-DCBattery, DC PowerFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open55 gal.1500 lbs.Load1€4,277.54
BDCR-880-H-HP-DCBattery, DC PowerFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open55 gal.880 lbs.Load1€4,261.84
RFQ
CDCR-880-HManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open55 gal.1500 lbs.Load1€1,554.97
DDCR-880-MManual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open55 gal.880 lbs.Load1€1,314.44
EDCR-880-H-HPManual, Pneumatically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open55 gal.880 lbs.Load1€1,637.98
RFQ
VALLEY CRAFT -

Universal Mechanical Drum Forklift Attachments

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AF80147A7ManualFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Lift1€566.90
RFQ
BF85370A0Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , Open30 gal. , 55 gal. , 85 gal.1000 lbs.Lift1€852.74
RFQ
VESTIL -

FMDL Series Fork Mounted Drum Lifters

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AFMDL-1500Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelOpen30 gal. , 55 gal.1500 lbs.Lift , Transport1€3,515.37
BFMDL-2000Manual, Mechanically AutomatedFiber , Plastic , SteelOpen30 gal. , 55 gal.2000 lbs.Lift1€4,237.64
CFMDL-850Manual, Mechanically AutomatedPlastic , SteelOpen30 gal. , 55 gal.750 lbs.Lift , Transport1€1,209.44
VESTIL -

Fork Mounted Drum Lifters

StyleModelOperation TypeDrum MaterialDrum TypeDrum SizeLoad CapacityDrum ActionNumber of DrumsPrice (ex. VAT)
AFMDDL-1700BatteryPlastic , SteelClosed , OpenAny Size1500 lbs.Lift2€1,979.20
BFMDDL-3000BatteryFiber , Plastic , SteelOpenAny Size3000 lbs.Lift2€5,166.95
CFMDDL-4000BatteryFiber , Plastic , SteelClosed , OpenAny Size4000 lbs.Lift2€6,912.02
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Fork Mounted Drum Handling Equipment

Fork mounted drum handling equipment is mounted on forks to allow forklifts to lift and carry steel and poly drums. The equipment includes drum lifters, stackers, carriers, drum grabs, gloves, drum grips, forklift forks, drum handlers, rackers and gator belts. Raptor Supplies offers a wide range of fork mounted drum handling equipment from brands like Dayton, Valley Craft, Morse, Wesco and Vestil. Morse forklift drum handlers feature a rotator that can turn a drum 360 degrees in either direction and a pull chain to control the drum tilt. These drum handlers come with a cinch chain and ratchet tightener to manually secure the drum in the holder. Fork mounted drum grippers from Vestil allow the operator to pick up one or two open & closed head steel drums without leaving the seat of the fork truck.These drum grippers feature a knuckle gripping system to offer a tight grip around the drum so that it can be lifted in the air safely. Choose from a wide range of fork mounted drum handling equipment, available for a max load capacity up to 2500 lb.

Features

Morse Forklift Drum Handlers

  • They feature a rotator that can turn a drum 360 degrees in either direction and a pull chain to control the drum tilt.
  • These drum handlers come with a cinch chain and ratchet tightener to manually secure the drum in the holder.
  • The brand's 285AM-HD drum carrier has spark resistant parts and is ideal for use in hazardous areas.

Vestil Fork Mounted Drum Grippers

  • They allow the operator to pick up one or two open & closed head steel drums without leaving the seat of the fork truck.
  • These drum grippers feature a knuckle gripping system to offer a tight grip around the drum so that it can be lifted in the air safely.
  • They have load capacities up to 800 lb.

Vestil Drum Lifter Forklift Attachments

  • These FDPL Series fork mounted drum handlers have a unique design that allows easy handling of oddly shaped drums.
  • They have 7-1/2 x 2-1/2 inch (width x height) fork pockets for easy installation on forks.
  • Vestil FPDL-8-L fork mounted poly drum handler features a low attachment for gripping the drums having both open & closed heads from the bottom. It can lift only 55-gallon tapered round bottom plastic drums.
  • Vestil FPDL-11-H poly drum handler is equipped with a high attachment for gripping closed head drums from the top and can handle both 30 & 55-gallon drums made of plastic, steel & fibre.

Working Mechanism

  • Securely mount these forklift drum attachments on the forks of a forklift.
  • Attach the drum to the jaws / grip of the unit.
  • Lift the drum and then move the forklift to the desired dispensing location.
  • Control the tilt of the drum manually or using battery powered controls.
  • After pouring the drum content, move the drum to its untitled position & then lower the drum to the ground level.
  • Remove the drums from the drum handler forklift attachment. Remove the attachment from the forks. Securely store the units for future use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I lift two drums at the same time?

Yes, Morse offers multiple forklift drum attachments that can lift two drums simultaneously.

What are Wesco Gator Grips?

Wesco Gator Grips are used for automatically picking up drums without the forklift driver / user ever leaving their seat. They also feature a patented Auto Grip Lock facility for automatically locking the jaws and maintaining a positive lock over the drums, even over rough terrain.

What is the load capacity of these fork-mounted drum handling equipment?

These forklift drum attachments can lift loads ranging from 700 to 4000 lb.

How do I attach and operate Vestil FDG Series fork mounted drum grippers?

Slide the drum gripper onto the forklift forks, secure it in place and engage the arms around the drum. The gripper may be operated manually or through hydraulic controls, which should also be outlined in the user manual.

What safety precautions should be taken when using drum lifter forklift attachments?

Operators should be trained in their proper use, including securing the drum correctly and maintaining stability during lifting and transport. Regular inspections of the attachment for wear and damage are also crucial.

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